Press Room

PHILADELPHIA (May 14, 2013) –The Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) now provides new services from the Independence Visitor Center: Segway tours, bike rentals, and bike tours!  This has been made possible by a partnership with Philadelphia Segway Tours by Wheel Fun, a Wheel Fun Rentals brand.  Wheel Fun Rentals is America’s premier recreation rental company to offer bicycle rentals, including locally based Fuji hybrid two-wheel bikes, as well as Segway tours.

PHILADELPHIA, May 9, 2013 -- With the height of tourist activity in the region approaching, the Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) is excited to launch operations of the PHLASH Downtown Loop on Friday, May 10. This is the second consecutive year the IVCC has overseen the management of this seasonal transit program.

Beginning May 4, The Independence Visitor Center will host 4 performances by schools from around the country during the month of May. This programming is an effort managed by the Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) to creatively greet visitors to the Philadelphia region and ensure they gain a lasting first impression of the building and area.